Testimonial for Shannon-Tara Ames
Having a doula is a gift that every soon-to-be parent should have the pleasure of experiencing. I recently became a first-time mom and hadn't even considered a doula until my midwife had suggested it and I am SO happy that she did.
How does one pick a doula we wondered? We went on doulafinder.com and started reading testimonials... Shannon-Tara's sounded wonderful. We decided to get together for a meet and greet, and expected to likely meet with a few doulas to ensure we had the right fit. Minutes into meeting with her my partner and I knew we didn't need to look any further. When we left the interview we agreed that she was it. There was an undeniable sense of warmth and calm when we were with her. We felt so comfortable, heard and understood. Her love for what she does was evident, and nothing short of admirable.
As a person who is pretty high anxiety I was often feeling overwhelmed with the onslaught of information during pregnancy. It can be a struggled navigating what to do and what not to do in preparation for the main event. The idea of having a person there for me pre, during and post labor that was strictly there for me felt very comforting. I underestimated how special a role Shannon-Tara would play in my birthing experience. Having her present was an absolute game changer each step of the way. There really aren’t the right words to express how appreciative and grateful we are for her.
My partner also felt so seen and guided with how to assist me during the big day. Shannon-Tara would provide him with a nudge or quiet word to let him know it was time for him to help or to step back. It gave us both balace and allowed him to feel assured he was doing everything he could in that moment.
We can't thank her enough for what she did for us and if there is another baby in our future, Shannon-Tara will most certainly be there!! <3
-Ellie Bernardo
February 29, 2024
Shannon-Tara Ames
Great Beginnings Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1500 to $1600
